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Source – This post on PARAM Rudra Supercomputer is based on the article “Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi inaugurated PARAM Rudra Supercomputer at S.N. Bose National Centre for Basic Sciences (SNBNCBS)” published in PIB on 28th September 2024.
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Recently, Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi inaugurated PARAM Rudra Supercomputer at S.N. Bose National Centre for Basic Sciences (SNBNCBS).
About PARAM Rudra Supercomputer
| Aspects | Description |
| About | 1. The PARAM Rudra supercomputer was inaugurated at the S.N. Bose National Centre for Basic Sciences (SNBNCBS) in Kolkata. 2. This high-performance computing facility will benefit approximately 10-12 institutions and thousands of researchers in the Eastern Region of India. 3. Institutions like Bose Institute, Saha Institute of Nuclear Physics (SINP), Indian Institute of Chemical Biology (IICB), and IISER Kolkata will collaborate using this advanced facility. |
| Developed by | It is developed under the National Supercomputing Mission (NSM), a joint initiative of the Ministry of Electronics and IT (MeitY) and the Department of Science and Technology (DST). |
| Aim | It is aimed at revolutionizing research across multiple domains including advanced materials, high-energy physics, earth sciences, cosmology, and biological sciences. |
| Features | 1) The supercomputer is designed with an 838 TFLOPS computing power. It will accelerate high-throughput Computational Materials Design. 2) It will facilitate the rapid identification and development of new materials, enhancing research in material science. 3) It will also support Computational Modelling of Earth and Planetary Materials. 4) It integrates first-principles calculations with Laser Heated Diamond Anvil Cell (LHDAC) experiments for better understanding of planetary compositions. 5) It will model the universe’s structure, including gravitational waves, high-energy photons, and astrophysical neutrinos. 6) The supercomputer will aid high-energy astrophysics research, particularly in studying dense matter, as part of the ALICE experiment at CERN. |
| Significance | 1) Self-Reliance in High-Performance Computing: The PARAM Rudra supercomputer symbolizes India’s commitment to self-sufficiency in advanced computing technology. 2) Empowering Scientific Innovation: It equips Indian researchers with essential tools to drive global innovation and make significant contributions across various scientific fields. 3) National Advancement and Quality of Life: The supercomputer will enhance research, improve quality of life, and play a crucial role in shaping India’s future across industries and scientific domains. 4) Enhanced Climate Prediction: It will improve India’s ability to predict weather and climate phenomena, aiding in environmental sustainability and disaster preparedness. 5) Advancements in Medical Research: By enabling machine learning studies of biomolecular functions, PARAM Rudra will help researchers better understand diseases and develop new treatments. |
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